Indian Navy Dockyard Apprentices Exam – Eligibility

Indian Navy Dockyard Apprentices Examination is carried out by the Navy for unmarried Indian male citizens.

It is generally held twice a year for courses commencing in August / September and February / March respectively. Indian Navy Dockyard Apprentices examination is generally held twice a year in the months of June and December.

The initial basic training is given at Naval Dockyard School, Mumbai. This is followed by further training at various Naval Establishments all over the country.

Selected sailors are also sent abroad for training in specific disciplines. Prior to release from service sailors are also given pre-release courses to enable them to settle down in civil life.

Sailors in the Navy are liable to serve anywhere in India, on board ships and Submarines or abroad as ordered by the concerned authorities.

Eligibility for Dockyard Apprentices Examination

Age : 14 to 19 years of age. Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates.